1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 86 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1985 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | CJ | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
